Sika FRP

The application of fibre reinforced polymer composites (FRP) can provide enhancement of ductility and strengthening of deficient concrete structures. BBR Contech introduced this technique to NZ in 1994 and has been active in strengthening projects and research and development since that time.

BBR Contech has formed an FRP alliance with Sika NZ Ltd and is the applicator for Sika FRP systems inlcuding SikaWrap, Sika Carbodur and Sika CarboShear. During 2014, Sika also obtained CodeMark certification for the SikaWrap Hex FRP strengthening systems providing additional assurance for use of these products in the NZ market. View the certificate on the MBIE website at the link below.

When Phill Hunt and Lizzie Carruthers decided to protect their historic homestead for future generations, they did it properly. Calling on structural and civil engineering firm Batchelar McDougall Consulting, they undertook a comprehensive upgrade and structural strengthening project that also involved the BBR Contech team.